Several Premier League players have suffered different injuries while representing their national teams during the current international break, raising concerns among their clubs ahead of the league's return.
The international break is scheduled to continue until October 6, with Premier League action set to resume on October 10 as clubs monitor the fitness of their injured players.
Kai Havertz Leaves Germany Camp
Arsenal forward Kai Havertz is among the most notable Premier League players to suffer an injury during the international break.
Havertz left Germany's match against the Netherlands on September 24 after suffering a muscular problem.
The German Football Association later confirmed that the Arsenal forward had left the national team camp and returned to his club for treatment after being diagnosed with muscular strain.
His condition will now be monitored by Arsenal ahead of the return to domestic competition.
Brian Brobbey Suffers Injury
The same match also saw Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey suffer an injury that appeared to involve his hamstring.
Brobbey went down while attempting to reach the ball and eventually left the pitch limping.
He was subsequently withdrawn from the Netherlands squad, with Joshua Zirkzee called up as his replacement.
Sunderland will await further medical assessments to determine the extent of the injury and the expected recovery period.
Dan Ballard Adds to Sunderland Concerns
Sunderland defender Dan Ballard also suffered a hamstring injury during Northern Ireland's match against Georgia.
Northern Ireland manager Michael O'Neill confirmed that Ballard would miss the next three matches for his national team while further medical tests are conducted.
The injuries suffered by Ballard and Brobbey have created additional concerns for Sunderland ahead of the Premier League's return.
Zion Suzuki Misses Japan Match
Aston Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki was another player affected during the international break.
The Japan international missed team training because of a rib injury before being ruled out of Japan's match against Uruguay.
His availability for Aston Villa after the international break will depend on his recovery and medical assessment.
Liverpool Monitor Isak and Gakpo
Liverpool are also monitoring the fitness of Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo.
Isak returned to his club after suffering a minor injury, despite playing the full match for Sweden against Romania and scoring a goal.
Gakpo, meanwhile, left the Netherlands' match against Serbia after just 17 minutes because of an ankle injury.
Liverpool will now assess both players ahead of the Premier League's resumption.
Bruno Fernandes and Patrick Dorgu Injured
Manchester United are also dealing with injury concerns involving Bruno Fernandes and Patrick Dorgu.
Fernandes was ruled out of Portugal's match against Norway after Portugal's head coach confirmed that the midfielder was dealing with an injury sustained with his club.
His Manchester United teammate Dorgu also suffered an injury during Denmark's match against Wales and left the pitch after around 30 minutes.
The club will monitor his condition before the Premier League resumes.
When Does the Premier League Return?
The current international break is scheduled to run until October 6, with Premier League fixtures set to resume on October 10.
English clubs will be hoping to have their injured players back in contention, while medical assessments will determine the expected recovery timelines for each case.
Which Premier League players were injured during the international break?
Among the players affected are Kai Havertz, Brian Brobbey, Dan Ballard, Zion Suzuki, Alexander Isak, Cody Gakpo, Bruno Fernandes and Patrick Dorgu.
What is Kai Havertz's injury?
Havertz suffered muscular strain during Germany's match against the Netherlands and returned to Arsenal for treatment.
What happened to Cody Gakpo?
Gakpo left the Netherlands' match against Serbia after 17 minutes because of an ankle injury.
When does the Premier League return?
The Premier League is scheduled to resume on October 10 following the international break.
Are all players expected to have a confirmed recovery timeline?
Not yet. The expected absence for each player depends on medical examinations and their individual recovery progress.
